SHORT ANSWER:
The Indian legal system allows Public Interest Litigation (PIL) under Article 32 and Article 226 of the Constitution to benefit marginalized communities.
DETAILS:
- Article 32 allows individuals to approach the Supreme Court for the enforcement of fundamental rights.
- Article 226 permits individuals to file petitions in High Courts for the enforcement of rights and for other purposes.
- The Supreme Court has relaxed the rules of standing, allowing any individual or organization to file a PIL on behalf of marginalized communities.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for filing PILs; however, frivolous PILs can lead to penalties or dismissal by the court.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Supreme Court of India
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